After a lot of Creators/Beauty consumers supported Lunar Beauty who supports James Charles, and I saw really no outrage , I just do not care what outrages the masses anymore. I actually like the Ensley Reign art and I am going to continue to buy from the brand.
I completely understand. I personally decluttered all my Lunar Beauty for that reason. I enjoy ER and will continue to purchase If I really like the color story. There are only a couple of brands that I will purchase the palette if it doesn't have a mirror.
😂 unpopular opinion but I love that they don’t have mirrors in all of their palettes. I move a lot and the mirrors in every palette makes me nervous. I do wish they’d hire an artist at the prices they charge but completely agree that this all feels like a witch hunt for which brand/creator to cancel this week. When it comes down to it, their aesthetic is gorgeous and their quality is worth the money. I will definitely continue to purchase from them. I missed this launch and had to get the preorder, can’t wait to get that palette in my hands!!
Normally I hear people don't care about having mirrors in palettes. I always felt like the odd ball asking for mirrors 😆 I agree everyone is just waiting for someone to mess up so they can point the finger. You will LOVE Cold Moon when you get it🤗
I appreciate you addressing this "talk" the way you did! You gave us the facts and sources to DO OUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE OUR OWN CHOICES! I feel this way about all aspects in life! Before we make a comment or give our opinions, we should not just regurgitate what we hear. We should look into it ourselves by looking at reliable sources. Not by listening to what others say on social media! Anyway, you are a doll! I am waiting on my 1st purchase from the brand, "Cold moon"! And I can't wait! I did get antsy about not receiving a shipping notification yet (I ordered as soon as it launched) and the brand emailed back within 24 hours and explained the shipping situation. That to me was also great!. ❤
I just recently purchased and ensley reign pallet and it is easily the best in my collection. The special shades are SPECIAL and the mattes are great. Totally worth the investment, my pallet is special and unlike the others. For people complaining about the price remember, the quality is there and if you don’t like the art work that’s fully your opinion. The AI debate is bigger than just the beauty community and is a very new art form. I think it is interesting that one person forms a negative opinion and so many people follow suit with outdoing their own research and deciding for themselves.
I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and opinions 💕 I feel the same way about ER quality. I think the palettes are worth every penny. I really enjoy the brand.
Thank you for being so transparent regarding the brand dear! One note on the artwork: as a small indie author, I can tell you what a disaster it is to work with graphic designers. I think I am one of the nicest, most tolerant and patient person's ever out there, but I can tell you, on an important project of mine, I am already on my 4th graphic designer as many of them sadly dont get it, that they will be paid if they will bring MY vision to life, not what they think looks nice. The issue is complex as we are talking about humans with preferences, same time... one wants to get what one's paying for. So I can easily imagine if somebody says "f this" and just want to use AI to get the job done. Me personally, I am thinking it will just be easier to take an expensive photoshop course and just do it myself. Its sad. And I respect the people... same time this is soooo futile and so hard sometimes that I am really struggling with the nerves. Love you tons, hugs!
Something I really hated about this situation is them liking so many comments downplaying the situation or comments telling people to just unfollow. This just makes me feel like they don't take it seriously. Another thing is that they ARE per defenition private labeled, they mixed up the definition. There is a difference between white label (buying premade products and reselling) and private label (selling a product that is made exclusively for your brand from a manufactuer, which is totally okay as many brands do that). I appreciate it so much that you actually talk about the issues and I'm sure that it has to be uncomfortable for you. Thank you for your honesty always! You do it in such a respectful way.
Of course. I appreciate you expressing your concerns and explaining this. I honestly didn't know the difference between White labeling and private labeling.
They need to come out with a "Midnight Moon" with muted, grungy gray leaning blues, greens and blue based purple mattes amd whatever stunning shimmers they want to throw in.
My thoughts on their price point versus the artwork situation. They’ve already established the markup that they want to receive for their products. It is a brand that determines what they think they deserve as a profit margin. If you don’t want to give them that profit margin, then you (people) shouldn’t buy their products. Asking them to add more cost but make less money is not correct. That’s like your boss asking you to take on a completely separate set of job responsibilities and not compensate you for it.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts🖤 I agree brands are entitled to charge whatever they feel their product is worth. It is the consumer's choice if they wish to purchase or pass.
Thank you so much! This color story definitely speaks to me! I'm going to try to do another video doing 3 looks at some point this week. You will adore this palette when you pick it up✨
I'm so glad you did a video on this palette. I just couldn't decide whether or not to purchase bc of all the controversy surrounding the brand. I did purchase ultimately as a pre-order, but i still almost feel shamed for buying it bc of the AI issue. I did see on Instagram that they were super respectful even while ppl were rudely attacking them.
Don't let the drama surrounding the brand ruin your experience with the palette when you get it. That has happened to me so many times. I will buy a palette and then the brand gets canceled 🙈 I try to look at it as I spent my hard earned money on the palette, and I'm going to enjoy every second and every look lol. I have also seen the brand being extremely respectful in comments when others were not returning the favor. She has always gone out of her way to show her appreciation when I support her brand. I can only say that for a small handful of other brands. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me❤ enjoy your new palette when it gets to you🥰 I know you are going to love the formula 🙌
Thank you so much for adressing all those things Brittany. I understand that people get upset about the Ai art, but it's clear to me that the people who criticize the affilate payment isn't actual creators. Like most indie brands doesn't even pay store credit or money at all to their so called affilates. Great video per usual my friend and I can't wait to recive my Cold Moon palette 🥰
Thank you for sharing your opinions love🤗 I was suprised to see so many upset about the store credit issue as well bc it's rare that brands actual give the creator commission to begin with. Some do, but most don't. Thank you for being here gorgeous 🥰
I am not a big indie brand fan but wanted this palette. I Can’t justify the price at all. After learning they don’t even create their own artwork makes my justification even more solid not to purchase. The colors are beautiful but I did get huda grunge and love these colors just as well without spending nearly 100 dollars. Colourpop has good affordable products too. Appreciate you being real on this but I saw this ridiculous price before you even mentioned it. It’s just makeup and the normal person have more important bills to pay to survive-speaking for myself and others. I enjoyed your look as always. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me ❤ I forgot to mention, but I hope they create smaller palettes with less shades at a more "affordable" price point. I hope you have a great week.
The pricing is actually good for how many duo/multichromes you get. Danessa Myricks has 12 pan for $125, no Mattes, and it's made in China. People seem to buy that with no issue. I'd rather pay for quality than a name, personally. 😊 I've used my Ensley palettes several times now and I always reach for them over my pricy singles collection or my Danessa Myricks.
Appreciate you addressing this Brittany. Nothing I respect more than honesty. ❤❤ You know I always appreciate your truth. And I do agree. Definitely feel conflicted as I love the brand as well and didn't understand enough about the AI situation as well but definitely at this point they have enough flow and the palettes are expensive enough where they could cover the costs of an artist. While I do love the Ai art, it's so pretty, I also see the need to ditch it at this point. Also another thing that irks me is, not you obvs 😘since you're speaking on it in this video, is that when people have a platform and refuse to at least acknowledge the "controversies" of a brand (not just Ensley Reign but other brands in the past: the adept mystery box debacle, it's kinda sus to me. Sorry I see to many larger influencers that completely ignore or glaze over issues and I know they're aware just as much as we are and they see it in the comments. Makes me not trust their opinion when it comes to transparency. We can love a brand like Ensley or Adept and acknowledge flaws and hope for change. I don't have a platform like you to speak on it like this Brittany, so i appreciate you speaking on it. I know it's not always easy
Thank you for being honest about this brand. You know all my opinions about it. It’s not a brand I will support, but I appreciate when someone will purchase and use but address all of the issues.
@@aleishabudgetbeauty I know you've actually spoken on it as well in one of your videos! I respect the honesty and your stance! We can all feel a certain way but respect each others decision. People just need to know the facts and what's out there and make their own decision
I really appreciate your feedback. 🥲 I respect your opinions so much. When Adept did a terrible mystery box, that showed me that you cannot ride for a brand and act oblivious on what is going on. The larger creators staying silent showed me I have to speak up even if it makes me uncomfortable. It is important to share with everyone what is going on. I'm conflicted as well when it comes to ER. That is why I wanted to be transparent with my viewers who many not even know about what is going on. I didn't want them to buy blindly. I wanted to share the facts, then everyone can buy or not buy bc it is their choice.
I don’t get why people have to find “drama” in makeup. As long as it’s not full of toxic stuff that can harm the people who use it, I don’t need all of this other stuff. Yes, don’t over charge for things you didn’t do. My simple solution is, I don’t buy things that I think cost too much. I don’t care about packaging and art work. None of that is going on my eyes and that’s what I buy makeup for. A mirror is great, all that other stuff, I don’t need. Just my two cents…
I really appreciate your feedback. I try to keep it just about the makeup as well. I wanted to make this video for everyone with questions. The quality of the palette is amazing. I'm planning on doing a 3 looks just focusing on this palette soon💗
Love how your looked turned out. I love ensleigh reign ❤️ great quailty and beautiful artwork. My only gripe is I wish all the palettes had mirrors not just some of them
Hi Brittany! I love that you took the time to apply as many eyeshadow shades as possible. It really is an everyday day palette. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to order this particular palette or not, but you helped me to decide that I would like to save some money and buy it later this year. Keep posting videos, I love your positive vibes. ✨✨✨
OMG! It's soooo gorgeous!!! Love the look you created!! I still havent gotten a shipping notification and everyone is receiving theirs. 😢 i have emailed the brand twice but no real answer. Just that they have 15- 20 business days to send out. My guess is that they send to you tube influencers and bigger IG accounts first. I ordered my Unearthly palette a week after this one and it comes in today so I dont understand whats going on. Other than that I love the brand and love to promote them on my IG page and really want to pick up Lands of Enchantment!
Hey girl hey! I've ordered a lot from Ensley Reign throughout last year and sometimes I get it in the first round of deliveries early but usually I'm dead last 😂😂but not just with Ensley regardless of the brand I always seem to get my palettes 1000 years after everyone. Hope you get your shipping notice soon
I've noticed that many brands definitely appear to have separate shipping protocols for influencers. I wouldn't mind if that was stated, but they try & trick influencers into thinking they've had a typical customer experience, but they haven't. There's nothing more frustrating than being ready to join in when a new palette comes out, but then watching everyone else get it & wondering if they even processed your order right. Ipsy is notorious ofc, but I still get panicky when I see my order is 2 weeks behind an influencer's, even for old product lol.
@@glamwithkimbeauty me too!! Makes me worried and makes me wish they were transparent with whom they send to first. I've ordered before influencers in the past and they still get theirs first. It's frustrating.
I hope you receive shipping confirmation soon ❤ when I purchased Lands of Enchantment, I was one of the last to get it even though I have my channel. I'm normally late to the game when receiving packages also. This one was an unexpected suprise. I hope you enjoy all your new goodies when they arrive to you❤
Aww I hope you all feel better. I got sick too but I’m almost better. 😅 I’m glad you brought up the AI Art situation. Not everyone knows or understand what it is but it’s good to spread awareness. I just hope that they can hire a real artist them being an indie brand should understand how competitive and hard to have a small business. Yes I’m selfish for getting the collection because I couldn’t pass on it. I really wanted it. At the end of the day it is up to peoples’ decisions to purchase their products or not. I really love your look. I just got mine today. I’m sad I don’t have a lot of time. I’m so frustrated about it but I’ll try to get a video up for people who are curious and spread awareness as well. I hope you enjoy Flower Moon too 🥰🤗💚
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and opinions 💜 I can't wait to see your video and looks! I really enjoy the brand and I will keep purchasing from them. I just wanted to spread awareness so everyone can make the best decision for themselves.
I’ve been so sick all last week trying to get better my boyfriend and i had to sleep in separate rooms for a couple nights but we are both getting better. I can’t wait to try this brand but im going to wait to shop for a while on makeup right now i wanna focus on making stuff to sell magnets are my new hobby to make along with tumbler making. Thank you for sharing these info. You’re always so pretty i love watching youre videos you give great in depth insights thank you! ❤❤
Aww, thank you. You made my day💕 I hope you get to feeling better. My husband and buy a magnetic whenever we go somewhere new. That's awesome you make them.
Hi! This is the first video I've watched from your channel, and I have to say I am impressed. I feel like you gave the information you had whether positive or negative about the brand and I really do appreciate that! I get frustrated by some creators in the beauty space who have more subscribers and they skirt around an issue, if they even mention it at all! I want to know the facts so I can make an informed decision as to whether or not I want to buy from a brand that's having some issues - be it on social media or whatever. Also, great job on showcasing the holochrome shadows in this palette! I had no idea that they were so dimensional and sparkly! I also agree with you when you say that if a palette is going to be that expensive, it needs to have a mirror (and it should be a good one, not a cheap one)! Great video, I'm going to share it on Facebook and the social media platform formally known as Twitter (😄). All that to say, you've earned my sub and I look forward to seeing more content from you in the future! Happy new year 🙂
I ordered this pallete on the launch day (literally during 5 mins after the start), and they still didn't send it to me. This will be my first pallette from the brand and I'm already a bit frustrated with the shipping service. I did see that the processing time is 15-20 business days, but I can't understand how packing and sending can take a month. For the shipping price, like 30 dollars!
@brittanyrae_beauty thank you! I just went on their ig and found out that I'm not alone 😅 Also, thanks a lot for your video, I like your makeup very much ❤
I ordered launch day too and haven't gotten a shipping notice yet either. It did say 15-20 days for processing so it hasn't hit that yet but it is mind boggling why it takes so dang long. Not a great business model IMO.
@meganweber9791 yeah, 15 days it's a time when I can receive my Kaleidos order with free shipping, and here it's packing only, so count 1-2 weeks for the shipping itself. And we will get our winter pallette at the end of Jan. And about the business model... They know that they have troubles during busy time like launches or holidays. Why make the launch in the middle of the holiday season? To double that troubles? 😅
I get the frustration behind the AI.. I do... But what I don't get is the need to target and "cancel" a person or brand every other week. I did a 45 minute Google search and found 164 companies in the US that use AI for their logos, ads, and/or products. 159 of them are larger and make way more money than Ensley Reign. So if this is truly something people feel like they have the moral high ground on and want to call brands out.... what about the companies bringing in more money but not paying an artist? I'm all for doing what's right, just tired of Salem-witch-trial behavior. It just feels like a another attack on yet another brand to keep along with the 2022-2023 behaviors. Just my opinion though.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I completely understand what you mean. I thought that using AI companies for your business wasn't an issue. I had several people express to me their concerns. I see both sides now. I love the ER packaging at the end of the day.
So like, instead of saying "omg, why should we care when everyone else is also a fuckup?" why don't you share the companies that you found so we can all start calling them out too? People losing their jobs to machines is one thing, but people actively having their work stolen by machines to gain money to someone else is a whole other thing that is terrible to defend. There are gonna be laws put in place and these people are gonna get in trouble eventually. Just because someone you like is doing something wrong, doesn't mean it's not wrong.
@TheEtherny I don't disagree with you. Except the Machine part. I try to avoid Walmart at all costs for a similar reason. Their prices didn't go down when they replaced cashiers with their checkout machines. They just tossed the cashiers and kept the money they saved not paying them. Then they made us start doing the work of the cashier while still paying the same prices. There are companies all across the board doing shady things to save money. Is it right? Is it wrong? Could be arguments for both. I'm just overall tired of brand after brand.... always something... always a flurry of drama... then it goes away without any real resolution and the next drama is started. It's just old. And at this point it's happened so many times I think a lot of us just don't care anymore.
I want to buy one of their newer palettes so bad because they look soooo pretty but I’m sooo nervous to buy from them again because I bought the original harvest moon palette a while ago and I had a few shades that were rock hard when I received it, it was soo weird so I emailed customer service and they never replied to me I paid $like $96 for that palette including shipping.
I'm so sorry that happened to you😭 I would be the same way! That sucks so bad! Idk if you have IG, but if I can't get a response from customer service, I normally have better luck sending a dm lol. I'm impatient 😆 Whenever I buy from indie brands, I always spend a couple dollars on the shipping insurance. I've had some shades arrive broken from other brands and my money was refunded. I had the option for a new palette, but I fixed the shadows myself and opted for a refund.
I was super excited to see if you were going to get this palette! This is the one I’ve been considering from the brand that’s new to me this year. I asked about adept cosmetics being similar… thanks again for being so kind as you always are and letting me know! ❤ I have the seahorse and of course Heather Austins palette but I also got ninhydrin and minka . Some shades in minka were too much for my lids … I’m hoping this one is very similar to heathers and the ninhydrin formula . The Seahorse is like a one and done for me and more sheer ! Hope your day is going great !!! Stunning look 💙
You are so welcome. Minka was too much for me as well. It looked terrible on my eyes. I decluttered mine bc it smelled so bad! You will enjoy this formula 🥰 it is beautiful!! There are 7 textured shimmers and 2 that are smooth and 2 that are more traditional shimmers. There is a nice mix of finishes for everyone🙌
@@brittanyrae_beauty do you love cold moon more then the one with the castle on the back ? It’s a larger one … I was considering that one first but then cold moon just looked more like a Julie palette to me !
@Julie_Bae480 I personally like Cold Moon more. They are both amazing quality. I will get more use out of Cold Moon. Lands of Enchantment is really colorful for me.
@@brittanyrae_beautythanks that’s what I was thinking too ! It’s funny you mentioned your husband and how he likes you in more neutral colors ha mine does too ! ❤
I so very much appreciate you confronting the issue head on! Your videos are really enjoyable. Found your channel through a live on Brit's channel. Hope you feel better soon! It's good to know that they are working with a lab more directly now. I saw that they shared that they buy some AI art from an AI art seller on Etsy who sells the AI-generated art quite cheaply. So interesting that affiliates only get store credit until you get up to $4999 in credit. Is that how it normally works with other brands? (I know from talking to another small creator that she got paid for Glamlite affiliate codes without a huge threshold.) I had heard that they paid the creator they collabed on a palette with in store credit....but I don't know if that is actually true or not. I wonder if that is what happened...that they didn't sell up to $4999? It's confusing. I read more controversial things as well. All of it makes me cautious of buying from the brand. Not cancelling anyone but I think, for me, it's a no for now.
I appreciate your support!💕 Brit is the best☺ Yeah, there's a lot going on with ER. I personally really enjoy the brand, but I understand they aren't for everyone. That's why I wanted to make sure I filmed this so buyer's can decide for themselves if they want to support ER or not.
You killed this look, new subbie here I came over from Aleisha's channel but I already followed you on IG awhile back haha how did I miss your YT channel entirely. Thanks for bringing this topic to my attention I had not heard about this as I am just barely dipping my toe into the indie makeup realm.
From what I understand, a lot of brands do unaffiliated influencer codes, to save the customer a bit of money off. Why target Ensley Reign for that? It’s a silly controversy if you ask me.
So I just looked and I do think they are different from the other palettes. Cold Moon has 2 silver shades that are pretty close, but other than that, I think the shimmers are unique to the palette. I don't see a lot of overlap ✨ I have Twisted Tea Party, Lands of Enchantment, Flower Moon, Harvest Moon, and Strawberry Moon.
This palette is stunning!! In your opinion do you think the shades are squishy or gel like?? I’ve wanted to try them for awhile but after trying the adept samarian sunset palette and realizing how gel like the shades are I’m more hesitant now with pricey palettes. The adept one always creases and wears off on me so fast but wow these Ensley reign shimmers really are so pretty 😍
Stunning look! ❤ I have a few friends’ who had their comment removed or hidden and they weren’t even mean. I really like the formula and palettes I have and the owner has been nothing but nice to me as well however just because it doesn’t affect me personally doesn’t make everything ok. I will continue to use what I own but will be on a pause from purchasing anything more.
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Thank you for addressing the elephant in the room. I may try this brand but only after they quit using AI art. It's such a shady practice that I wouldn't pay for.
Of course. I always want to make sure my viewers know everything b4 buying based on my review. I never want someone to spend money on a palette and not get the full story.
I wish indie brands would sell matted flat versions of palettes. I wanna hang that on my wall ❤❤❤ and light doesnt really reach my eyelids, so multichromes are always just the darkest shift... Saves me money tho! PS upon learning they used AI art, which is automatically scammy imo, i amend my statement to OTHER palettes where the creative work was entirely done by paid humans.
Thank you for sharing your opinions with me ❤ I think you would love iridescent multichromes then. They have a translucent base with colorful sparkles. They are bright and reflective✨
The price of their palettes would go way up if they had to pay an artist to create the artwork. AI is unfortunately the future, and I am an artist. I don’t personally want my work on ChatGPT or any of this other AI sites, but I do believe it is here to stay. I don’t personally care one way or the other if a makeup palette uses AI or a commissioned artist, I will buy what I like. I like Ensley Reign, and have several of their palettes. I much prefer their formula to boring Pat McGrath and Natasha Denona, whose prices are also up there, and I don’t believe their quality is any better. In fact, their shimmer, multichrome game is very lame compared to Indie brands. I have had good customer service experiences with this brand, and horrible service with Pat McGrath. So for me, Indie is the way I am going from now on.
Ai artists DO actually use AI as their medium. Like painters use paint. They are human people who are especially skilled at utilizing their chosen media. And personally i hate their old palette artwork and think the newest AI generated palettes are much more aesthetically pleasing. The price point for an eyeshadow formula like Ensley Reign is mostly to produce these next level formulas.
I never supported the brand because of their old name tbh! It wasn't even the fact that they had a slur as their brand name, but rather the fact that when confronted about it (over & over again) they repeatedly doubled down & insisted that it was ok & they didn't understand why people were making such a big deal 💀 Since then I've steered clear. I have friends in the community who have been used by the brand. I have friends who haven't received their affiliate earnings & btw idk if you've ever looked at the earnings sheet the brand has, but some of the products you don't get any earnings for! It's weird. I could go on & on, but i won't. I'll just say that the outrageous pricing + the use of ai generated art is disappointing but in no way surprises me from this brand. They make gorgeous palettes but my money will remain safe 🤭 Thank you for the content! 💜
I'm kinda new to the brand. I didn't even know they had a previous name or that it was a slur. I appreciate you giving all your opinions and being here💜 I'm sorry your friends were used. That never feels good and happens way to often🥴
@@brittanyrae_beauty new indie brands tend to go through growing pains & it's totally understandable! I think the key to survival is listening to feedback without taking it personally. I'm honestly constantly inspired by er's colorstories & have no ill will toward the brand.
@@blendofdaysMaybe the brand didn’t actually think their old name was a slur because it’s only a slur to people in the US. Also their pricing is actually not expensive when the palettes are filled with multis that are better or similar to singles from TM, Devinah, Clionadh etc. Plus you’re getting pretty decent mattes. I can honestly say I was more satisfied with their palettes than I was with my recent TM order.
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It’s a free world (mostly), so they can choose whatever they want to design their packaging. They could pay an artist, or buy computer generated artwork. It really doesn’t matter. Either way, they’re paying for their artwork on the packaging. It’s not the first brand to use computer generated artwork, and it’s not going to be the last.
Im sorry, but when I learned the drama concerning the brands use of AI I couldnt roll my eyes any harder. In todays society people seem to find anything and everything to complain about, or "cancel". Its just ridiculous imo. For everyone complaining, I hope you are buying local/indie/small business in all your purchases... if not then I'm sorry, you're a hypocrite. Like giving your money to starbucks instead of a small business coffee shop or buying books at Barnes and Noble instead of a small business bookstore. Or buying factory made artwork or decor for your home instead of supporting local artists. Its the same concept as the brand using AI instead of paying an artist for cover art.
After a lot of Creators/Beauty consumers supported Lunar Beauty who supports James Charles, and I saw really no outrage , I just do not care what outrages the masses anymore.
I actually like the Ensley Reign art and I am going to continue to buy from the brand.
I completely understand. I personally decluttered all my Lunar Beauty for that reason.
I enjoy ER and will continue to purchase If I really like the color story. There are only a couple of brands that I will purchase the palette if it doesn't have a mirror.
😂 unpopular opinion but I love that they don’t have mirrors in all of their palettes. I move a lot and the mirrors in every palette makes me nervous.
I do wish they’d hire an artist at the prices they charge but completely agree that this all feels like a witch hunt for which brand/creator to cancel this week.
When it comes down to it, their aesthetic is gorgeous and their quality is worth the money. I will definitely continue to purchase from them. I missed this launch and had to get the preorder, can’t wait to get that palette in my hands!!
Normally I hear people don't care about having mirrors in palettes. I always felt like the odd ball asking for mirrors 😆
I agree everyone is just waiting for someone to mess up so they can point the finger.
You will LOVE Cold Moon when you get it🤗
I appreciate you addressing this "talk" the way you did! You gave us the facts and sources to DO OUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE OUR OWN CHOICES! I feel this way about all aspects in life! Before we make a comment or give our opinions, we should not just regurgitate what we hear. We should look into it ourselves by looking at reliable sources. Not by listening to what others say on social media! Anyway, you are a doll! I am waiting on my 1st purchase from the brand, "Cold moon"! And I can't wait! I did get antsy about not receiving a shipping notification yet (I ordered as soon as it launched) and the brand emailed back within 24 hours and explained the shipping situation. That to me was also great!. ❤
Thank you. I really appreciate your kind words💗 you are going to love Cold Moon! ❄✨ I'm so happy they got back to you about shipping!
I just recently purchased and ensley reign pallet and it is easily the best in my collection. The special shades are SPECIAL and the mattes are great. Totally worth the investment, my pallet is special and unlike the others.
For people complaining about the price remember, the quality is there and if you don’t like the art work that’s fully your opinion.
The AI debate is bigger than just the beauty community and is a very new art form. I think it is interesting that one person forms a negative opinion and so many people follow suit with outdoing their own research and deciding for themselves.
I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and opinions 💕 I feel the same way about ER quality. I think the palettes are worth every penny. I really enjoy the brand.
Thank you for being so transparent regarding the brand dear! One note on the artwork: as a small indie author, I can tell you what a disaster it is to work with graphic designers. I think I am one of the nicest, most tolerant and patient person's ever out there, but I can tell you, on an important project of mine, I am already on my 4th graphic designer as many of them sadly dont get it, that they will be paid if they will bring MY vision to life, not what they think looks nice. The issue is complex as we are talking about humans with preferences, same time... one wants to get what one's paying for. So I can easily imagine if somebody says "f this" and just want to use AI to get the job done. Me personally, I am thinking it will just be easier to take an expensive photoshop course and just do it myself. Its sad. And I respect the people... same time this is soooo futile and so hard sometimes that I am really struggling with the nerves.
Love you tons, hugs!
Something I really hated about this situation is them liking so many comments downplaying the situation or comments telling people to just unfollow. This just makes me feel like they don't take it seriously. Another thing is that they ARE per defenition private labeled, they mixed up the definition. There is a difference between white label (buying premade products and reselling) and private label (selling a product that is made exclusively for your brand from a manufactuer, which is totally okay as many brands do that). I appreciate it so much that you actually talk about the issues and I'm sure that it has to be uncomfortable for you. Thank you for your honesty always! You do it in such a respectful way.
Of course. I appreciate you expressing your concerns and explaining this. I honestly didn't know the difference between White labeling and private labeling.
They need to come out with a "Midnight Moon" with muted, grungy gray leaning blues, greens and blue based purple mattes amd whatever stunning shimmers they want to throw in.
I'd love that
My thoughts on their price point versus the artwork situation. They’ve already established the markup that they want to receive for their products. It is a brand that determines what they think they deserve as a profit margin. If you don’t want to give them that profit margin, then you (people) shouldn’t buy their products. Asking them to add more cost but make less money is not correct. That’s like your boss asking you to take on a completely separate set of job responsibilities and not compensate you for it.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts🖤 I agree brands are entitled to charge whatever they feel their product is worth. It is the consumer's choice if they wish to purchase or pass.
I can’t wait to get this palette these colors look so beautiful. I love this look you did 🖤✨
Thank you so much! This color story definitely speaks to me! I'm going to try to do another video doing 3 looks at some point this week. You will adore this palette when you pick it up✨
I'm so glad you did a video on this palette. I just couldn't decide whether or not to purchase bc of all the controversy surrounding the brand. I did purchase ultimately as a pre-order, but i still almost feel shamed for buying it bc of the AI issue. I did see on Instagram that they were super respectful even while ppl were rudely attacking them.
Don't let the drama surrounding the brand ruin your experience with the palette when you get it. That has happened to me so many times. I will buy a palette and then the brand gets canceled 🙈 I try to look at it as I spent my hard earned money on the palette, and I'm going to enjoy every second and every look lol. I have also seen the brand being extremely respectful in comments when others were not returning the favor. She has always gone out of her way to show her appreciation when I support her brand. I can only say that for a small handful of other brands. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me❤ enjoy your new palette when it gets to you🥰 I know you are going to love the formula 🙌
@@brittanyrae_beauty Awe, thank you Brittany. Definitely great advice! I'm excited to get it and do looks with it.
Thank you so much for adressing all those things Brittany. I understand that people get upset about the Ai art, but it's clear to me that the people who criticize the affilate payment isn't actual creators. Like most indie brands doesn't even pay store credit or money at all to their so called affilates. Great video per usual my friend and I can't wait to recive my Cold Moon palette 🥰
Thank you for sharing your opinions love🤗
I was suprised to see so many upset about the store credit issue as well bc it's rare that brands actual give the creator commission to begin with. Some do, but most don't.
Thank you for being here gorgeous 🥰
I am not a big indie brand fan but wanted this palette. I Can’t justify the price at all. After learning they don’t even create their own artwork makes my justification even more solid not to purchase. The colors are beautiful but I did get huda grunge and love these colors just as well without spending nearly 100 dollars. Colourpop has good affordable products too. Appreciate you being real on this but I saw this ridiculous price before you even mentioned it. It’s just makeup and the normal person have more important bills to pay to survive-speaking for myself and others. I enjoyed your look as always. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me ❤ I forgot to mention, but I hope they create smaller palettes with less shades at a more "affordable" price point. I hope you have a great week.
The pricing is actually good for how many duo/multichromes you get. Danessa Myricks has 12 pan for $125, no Mattes, and it's made in China. People seem to buy that with no issue. I'd rather pay for quality than a name, personally. 😊 I've used my Ensley palettes several times now and I always reach for them over my pricy singles collection or my Danessa Myricks.
@@Lynnonymous I am glad you like it but I respectfully disagree. I don’t purchase danessa myrick and the chromes and all don’t matter to me.
@@brittanyrae_beauty if they do that, I would definitely be more inclined to purchase 🙂
@@brittanyrae_beauty if they do that, I would definitely be more inclined to purchase 🙂
Appreciate you addressing this Brittany. Nothing I respect more than honesty. ❤❤ You know I always appreciate your truth. And I do agree. Definitely feel conflicted as I love the brand as well and didn't understand enough about the AI situation as well but definitely at this point they have enough flow and the palettes are expensive enough where they could cover the costs of an artist. While I do love the Ai art, it's so pretty, I also see the need to ditch it at this point.
Also another thing that irks me is, not you obvs 😘since you're speaking on it in this video, is that when people have a platform and refuse to at least acknowledge the "controversies" of a brand (not just Ensley Reign but other brands in the past: the adept mystery box debacle, it's kinda sus to me. Sorry I see to many larger influencers that completely ignore or glaze over issues and I know they're aware just as much as we are and they see it in the comments. Makes me not trust their opinion when it comes to transparency. We can love a brand like Ensley or Adept and acknowledge flaws and hope for change. I don't have a platform like you to speak on it like this Brittany, so i appreciate you speaking on it. I know it's not always easy
Totally agree 💯
Agree with everything you said, Kim!
Thank you for being honest about this brand. You know all my opinions about it. It’s not a brand I will support, but I appreciate when someone will purchase and use but address all of the issues.
@@aleishabudgetbeauty I know you've actually spoken on it as well in one of your videos! I respect the honesty and your stance! We can all feel a certain way but respect each others decision. People just need to know the facts and what's out there and make their own decision
I really appreciate your feedback. 🥲 I respect your opinions so much. When Adept did a terrible mystery box, that showed me that you cannot ride for a brand and act oblivious on what is going on. The larger creators staying silent showed me I have to speak up even if it makes me uncomfortable. It is important to share with everyone what is going on. I'm conflicted as well when it comes to ER. That is why I wanted to be transparent with my viewers who many not even know about what is going on. I didn't want them to buy blindly. I wanted to share the facts, then everyone can buy or not buy bc it is their choice.
I don’t get why people have to find “drama” in makeup. As long as it’s not full of toxic stuff that can harm the people who use it, I don’t need all of this other stuff. Yes, don’t over charge for things you didn’t do. My simple solution is, I don’t buy things that I think cost too much. I don’t care about packaging and art work. None of that is going on my eyes and that’s what I buy makeup for. A mirror is great, all that other stuff, I don’t need. Just my two cents…
I really appreciate your feedback. I try to keep it just about the makeup as well. I wanted to make this video for everyone with questions. The quality of the palette is amazing. I'm planning on doing a 3 looks just focusing on this palette soon💗
Love how your looked turned out. I love ensleigh reign ❤️ great quailty and beautiful artwork. My only gripe is I wish all the palettes had mirrors not just some of them
The mirror is a big issue for me as well. I love the brand and quality. ✨
Wow, that look you did was stunning!!!!
Thank you🥰 it's my fav palette from the brand🤤
I don't care about the art work but I do want a mirror in every palette
I'm glad I'm not the only one who appreciates mirrors in palettes!
Hi Brittany! I love that you took the time to apply as many eyeshadow shades as possible. It really is an everyday day palette. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to order this particular palette or not, but you helped me to decide that I would like to save some money and buy it later this year. Keep posting videos, I love your positive vibes. ✨✨✨
Thank you so much 💓 you will love it 🥰
Great video! Appreciate the information.
OMG! It's soooo gorgeous!!! Love the look you created!! I still havent gotten a shipping notification and everyone is receiving theirs. 😢 i have emailed the brand twice but no real answer. Just that they have 15- 20 business days to send out. My guess is that they send to you tube influencers and bigger IG accounts first. I ordered my Unearthly palette a week after this one and it comes in today so I dont understand whats going on. Other than that I love the brand and love to promote them on my IG page and really want to pick up Lands of Enchantment!
Hey girl hey! I've ordered a lot from Ensley Reign throughout last year and sometimes I get it in the first round of deliveries early but usually I'm dead last 😂😂but not just with Ensley regardless of the brand I always seem to get my palettes 1000 years after everyone. Hope you get your shipping notice soon
I've noticed that many brands definitely appear to have separate shipping protocols for influencers. I wouldn't mind if that was stated, but they try & trick influencers into thinking they've had a typical customer experience, but they haven't. There's nothing more frustrating than being ready to join in when a new palette comes out, but then watching everyone else get it & wondering if they even processed your order right. Ipsy is notorious ofc, but I still get panicky when I see my order is 2 weeks behind an influencer's, even for old product lol.
@@glamwithkimbeauty me too!! Makes me worried and makes me wish they were transparent with whom they send to first. I've ordered before influencers in the past and they still get theirs first. It's frustrating.
@@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory totally agree! My experience as a regular person with a smaller IG account is not the same as everyone else
I hope you receive shipping confirmation soon ❤ when I purchased Lands of Enchantment, I was one of the last to get it even though I have my channel. I'm normally late to the game when receiving packages also. This one was an unexpected suprise. I hope you enjoy all your new goodies when they arrive to you❤
Thank you for your review! You helped me decide if I should buy the palette or not. I was on the fence, and your video was the review I needed. ☺️
I'm so happy you found it helpful🥰
Aww I hope you all feel better. I got sick too but I’m almost better. 😅 I’m glad you brought up the AI Art situation. Not everyone knows or understand what it is but it’s good to spread awareness. I just hope that they can hire a real artist them being an indie brand should understand how competitive and hard to have a small business. Yes I’m selfish for getting the collection because I couldn’t pass on it. I really wanted it. At the end of the day it is up to peoples’ decisions to purchase their products or not. I really love your look. I just got mine today. I’m sad I don’t have a lot of time. I’m so frustrated about it but I’ll try to get a video up for people who are curious and spread awareness as well. I hope you enjoy Flower Moon too 🥰🤗💚
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and opinions 💜 I can't wait to see your video and looks! I really enjoy the brand and I will keep purchasing from them. I just wanted to spread awareness so everyone can make the best decision for themselves.
I’ve been so sick all last week trying to get better my boyfriend and i had to sleep in separate rooms for a couple nights but we are both getting better. I can’t wait to try this brand but im going to wait to shop for a while on makeup right now i wanna focus on making stuff to sell magnets are my new hobby to make along with tumbler making. Thank you for sharing these info. You’re always so pretty i love watching youre videos you give great in depth insights thank you! ❤❤
Aww, thank you. You made my day💕 I hope you get to feeling better. My husband and buy a magnetic whenever we go somewhere new. That's awesome you make them.
Hi! This is the first video I've watched from your channel, and I have to say I am impressed. I feel like you gave the information you had whether positive or negative about the brand and I really do appreciate that! I get frustrated by some creators in the beauty space who have more subscribers and they skirt around an issue, if they even mention it at all! I want to know the facts so I can make an informed decision as to whether or not I want to buy from a brand that's having some issues - be it on social media or whatever. Also, great job on showcasing the holochrome shadows in this palette! I had no idea that they were so dimensional and sparkly! I also agree with you when you say that if a palette is going to be that expensive, it needs to have a mirror (and it should be a good one, not a cheap one)! Great video, I'm going to share it on Facebook and the social media platform formally known as Twitter (😄). All that to say, you've earned my sub and I look forward to seeing more content from you in the future! Happy new year 🙂
You just made my day. I really appreciate your feedback so much🥰🤗 happy to have you here! Happy new year✨
I ordered this pallete on the launch day (literally during 5 mins after the start), and they still didn't send it to me. This will be my first pallette from the brand and I'm already a bit frustrated with the shipping service. I did see that the processing time is 15-20 business days, but I can't understand how packing and sending can take a month. For the shipping price, like 30 dollars!
I'm sorry your palette hasn't shipped yet 😔
@brittanyrae_beauty thank you! I just went on their ig and found out that I'm not alone 😅
Also, thanks a lot for your video, I like your makeup very much ❤
I ordered launch day too and haven't gotten a shipping notice yet either. It did say 15-20 days for processing so it hasn't hit that yet but it is mind boggling why it takes so dang long. Not a great business model IMO.
@meganweber9791 yeah, 15 days it's a time when I can receive my Kaleidos order with free shipping, and here it's packing only, so count 1-2 weeks for the shipping itself. And we will get our winter pallette at the end of Jan.
And about the business model... They know that they have troubles during busy time like launches or holidays. Why make the launch in the middle of the holiday season? To double that troubles? 😅
I get the frustration behind the AI.. I do... But what I don't get is the need to target and "cancel" a person or brand every other week. I did a 45 minute Google search and found 164 companies in the US that use AI for their logos, ads, and/or products. 159 of them are larger and make way more money than Ensley Reign. So if this is truly something people feel like they have the moral high ground on and want to call brands out.... what about the companies bringing in more money but not paying an artist? I'm all for doing what's right, just tired of Salem-witch-trial behavior. It just feels like a another attack on yet another brand to keep along with the 2022-2023 behaviors. Just my opinion though.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I completely understand what you mean. I thought that using AI companies for your business wasn't an issue. I had several people express to me their concerns. I see both sides now. I love the ER packaging at the end of the day.
So like, instead of saying "omg, why should we care when everyone else is also a fuckup?" why don't you share the companies that you found so we can all start calling them out too? People losing their jobs to machines is one thing, but people actively having their work stolen by machines to gain money to someone else is a whole other thing that is terrible to defend. There are gonna be laws put in place and these people are gonna get in trouble eventually. Just because someone you like is doing something wrong, doesn't mean it's not wrong.
@@TheEthernyI agree.
I’m canceling them because I don’t think it’s worth $69 Some of these indie companies lost their mind. Ain’t nothing new under the sun anymore.
@TheEtherny I don't disagree with you. Except the Machine part. I try to avoid Walmart at all costs for a similar reason. Their prices didn't go down when they replaced cashiers with their checkout machines. They just tossed the cashiers and kept the money they saved not paying them. Then they made us start doing the work of the cashier while still paying the same prices. There are companies all across the board doing shady things to save money. Is it right? Is it wrong? Could be arguments for both. I'm just overall tired of brand after brand.... always something... always a flurry of drama... then it goes away without any real resolution and the next drama is started. It's just old. And at this point it's happened so many times I think a lot of us just don't care anymore.
This palette looks amazing!! I just got a shipping notification for it. It’s on its way to me.
Yay! Enjoy your new palette☺❄🤍
@@brittanyrae_beauty thank you! Anxiously awaiting it!
I want to buy one of their newer palettes so bad because they look soooo pretty but I’m sooo nervous to buy from them again because I bought the original harvest moon palette a while ago and I had a few shades that were rock hard when I received it, it was soo weird so I emailed customer service and they never replied to me I paid $like $96 for that palette including shipping.
I'm so sorry that happened to you😭 I would be the same way! That sucks so bad! Idk if you have IG, but if I can't get a response from customer service, I normally have better luck sending a dm lol. I'm impatient 😆
Whenever I buy from indie brands, I always spend a couple dollars on the shipping insurance. I've had some shades arrive broken from other brands and my money was refunded. I had the option for a new palette, but I fixed the shadows myself and opted for a refund.
Girl you and I have one mind lol I was going to do a similar style video once my palette arrived 😂
I would love to see you thoughts girlie! Thank you for always answering all my questions. I love picking your brain.
@@brittanyrae_beauty yes same to you!! 🥰
I was super excited to see if you were going to get this palette! This is the one I’ve been considering from the brand that’s new to me this year. I asked about adept cosmetics being similar… thanks again for being so kind as you always are and letting me know! ❤
I have the seahorse and of course Heather Austins palette but I also got ninhydrin and minka . Some shades in minka were too much for my lids … I’m hoping this one is very similar to heathers and the ninhydrin formula . The Seahorse is like a one and done for me and more sheer ! Hope your day is going great !!! Stunning look 💙
You are so welcome. Minka was too much for me as well. It looked terrible on my eyes. I decluttered mine bc it smelled so bad!
You will enjoy this formula 🥰 it is beautiful!! There are 7 textured shimmers and 2 that are smooth and 2 that are more traditional shimmers. There is a nice mix of finishes for everyone🙌
@@brittanyrae_beauty do you love cold moon more then the one with the castle on the back ? It’s a larger one … I was considering that one first but then cold moon just looked more like a Julie palette to me !
@Julie_Bae480 I personally like Cold Moon more. They are both amazing quality. I will get more use out of Cold Moon. Lands of Enchantment is really colorful for me.
@@brittanyrae_beautythanks that’s what I was thinking too ! It’s funny you mentioned your husband and how he likes you in more neutral colors ha mine does too ! ❤
@@AZ_Julie480 he's not a fan of colorful makeup haha but idc 🤣
I so very much appreciate you confronting the issue head on! Your videos are really enjoyable. Found your channel through a live on Brit's channel. Hope you feel better soon!
It's good to know that they are working with a lab more directly now. I saw that they shared that they buy some AI art from an AI art seller on Etsy who sells the AI-generated art quite cheaply. So interesting that affiliates only get store credit until you get up to $4999 in credit. Is that how it normally works with other brands? (I know from talking to another small creator that she got paid for Glamlite affiliate codes without a huge threshold.) I had heard that they paid the creator they collabed on a palette with in store credit....but I don't know if that is actually true or not. I wonder if that is what happened...that they didn't sell up to $4999? It's confusing. I read more controversial things as well. All of it makes me cautious of buying from the brand. Not cancelling anyone but I think, for me, it's a no for now.
I appreciate your support!💕 Brit is the best☺
Yeah, there's a lot going on with ER. I personally really enjoy the brand, but I understand they aren't for everyone. That's why I wanted to make sure I filmed this so buyer's can decide for themselves if they want to support ER or not.
@@brittanyrae_beauty I admire your honesty and openness for sure!
You killed this look, new subbie here I came over from Aleisha's channel but I already followed you on IG awhile back haha how did I miss your YT channel entirely. Thanks for bringing this topic to my attention I had not heard about this as I am just barely dipping my toe into the indie makeup realm.
Aww thank you so much for being here🥰 I'm happy to have you 💗
From what I understand, a lot of brands do unaffiliated influencer codes, to save the customer a bit of money off. Why target Ensley Reign for that? It’s a silly controversy if you ask me.
Yeah, I don't know why it is such a big deal with ER. Most brands don't...
Also LOVE your look 😍😍
Thank you!🥰🥰
Do you think shimmers are different enough from other Easley Rein palettes?
I have 2 more ER palettes out for delivery right now. Let me look at all of them together and I'll let you know tonight 🤍🤍
So I just looked and I do think they are different from the other palettes. Cold Moon has 2 silver shades that are pretty close, but other than that, I think the shimmers are unique to the palette. I don't see a lot of overlap ✨ I have Twisted Tea Party, Lands of Enchantment, Flower Moon, Harvest Moon, and Strawberry Moon.
This palette is stunning!! In your opinion do you think the shades are squishy or gel like?? I’ve wanted to try them for awhile but after trying the adept samarian sunset palette and realizing how gel like the shades are I’m more hesitant now with pricey palettes. The adept one always creases and wears off on me so fast but wow these Ensley reign shimmers really are so pretty 😍
I just counted for you. There are 7 squishy shades and 4 that are not that wet textured feeling.
@@brittanyrae_beautyThank you so much for taking the time to do that 🥰
@@haydrizzlemakeup of course, no problem!💗
Ensley Reign packs well can't say the same for klarity.
I bought 1 Klarity palette one time, and it was the most fragile palette I've ever had. I will never buy from that brand again.
$72.22 and they still didn't wanna pay an artist? Thats just wild to mem
Hi I'm new here hope that you don't mind that I'm a guy I love makeup I love your video 💖💖😊😊
I'm so happy to have you here🤗 Happy to hear you enjoyed my video!
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Stunning look! ❤ I have a few friends’ who had their comment removed or hidden and they weren’t even mean. I really like the formula and palettes I have and the owner has been nothing but nice to me as well however just because it doesn’t affect me personally doesn’t make everything ok. I will continue to use what I own but will be on a pause from purchasing anything more.
Thank you for sharing that! I appreciate you being here beautiful 💕
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Thank you for addressing the elephant in the room. I may try this brand but only after they quit using AI art. It's such a shady practice that I wouldn't pay for.
Of course. I always want to make sure my viewers know everything b4 buying based on my review. I never want someone to spend money on a palette and not get the full story.
I wish indie brands would sell matted flat versions of palettes. I wanna hang that on my wall ❤❤❤ and light doesnt really reach my eyelids, so multichromes are always just the darkest shift... Saves me money tho! PS upon learning they used AI art, which is automatically scammy imo, i amend my statement to OTHER palettes where the creative work was entirely done by paid humans.
Thank you for sharing your opinions with me ❤ I think you would love iridescent multichromes then. They have a translucent base with colorful sparkles. They are bright and reflective✨
The price of their palettes would go way up if they had to pay an artist to create the artwork. AI is unfortunately the future, and I am an artist. I don’t personally want my work on ChatGPT or any of this other AI sites, but I do believe it is here to stay. I don’t personally care one way or the other if a makeup palette uses AI or a commissioned artist, I will buy what I like. I like Ensley Reign, and have several of their palettes. I much prefer their formula to boring Pat McGrath and Natasha Denona, whose prices are also up there, and I don’t believe their quality is any better. In fact, their shimmer, multichrome game is very lame compared to Indie brands. I have had good customer service experiences with this brand, and horrible service with Pat McGrath. So for me, Indie is the way I am going from now on.
I really appreciate you sharing your opinions 💕 I prefer this style of artwork compared to mainstream as well.
Agree 100%
Ai artists DO actually use AI as their medium.
Like painters use paint.
They are human people who are especially skilled at utilizing their chosen media.
And personally i hate their old palette artwork and think the newest AI generated palettes are much more aesthetically pleasing.
The price point for an eyeshadow formula like Ensley Reign is mostly to produce these next level formulas.
I never supported the brand because of their old name tbh! It wasn't even the fact that they had a slur as their brand name, but rather the fact that when confronted about it (over & over again) they repeatedly doubled down & insisted that it was ok & they didn't understand why people were making such a big deal 💀 Since then I've steered clear. I have friends in the community who have been used by the brand. I have friends who haven't received their affiliate earnings & btw idk if you've ever looked at the earnings sheet the brand has, but some of the products you don't get any earnings for! It's weird. I could go on & on, but i won't. I'll just say that the outrageous pricing + the use of ai generated art is disappointing but in no way surprises me from this brand. They make gorgeous palettes but my money will remain safe 🤭 Thank you for the content! 💜
I'm kinda new to the brand. I didn't even know they had a previous name or that it was a slur. I appreciate you giving all your opinions and being here💜 I'm sorry your friends were used. That never feels good and happens way to often🥴
@@brittanyrae_beauty new indie brands tend to go through growing pains & it's totally understandable! I think the key to survival is listening to feedback without taking it personally. I'm honestly constantly inspired by er's colorstories & have no ill will toward the brand.
@@blendofdays that's an amazing perspective to have 👏
@@blendofdaysMaybe the brand didn’t actually think their old name was a slur because it’s only a slur to people in the US. Also their pricing is actually not expensive when the palettes are filled with multis that are better or similar to singles from TM, Devinah, Clionadh etc. Plus you’re getting pretty decent mattes. I can honestly say I was more satisfied with their palettes than I was with my recent TM order.
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I had been wondering about their artwork I won’t support a brand that doesn’t support real artists.
I totally understand 💕
The AI art is not cool because an artist is losing money. That’s my take on it.
Thank you for sharing your opinion.💕
It’s a free world (mostly), so they can choose whatever they want to design their packaging. They could pay an artist, or buy computer generated artwork. It really doesn’t matter. Either way, they’re paying for their artwork on the packaging. It’s not the first brand to use computer generated artwork, and it’s not going to be the last.
@@EnvyBlu - I agree with free World, as we have the right to not buy their products anymore.
Im sorry, but when I learned the drama concerning the brands use of AI I couldnt roll my eyes any harder. In todays society people seem to find anything and everything to complain about, or "cancel". Its just ridiculous imo. For everyone complaining, I hope you are buying local/indie/small business in all your purchases... if not then I'm sorry, you're a hypocrite. Like giving your money to starbucks instead of a small business coffee shop or buying books at Barnes and Noble instead of a small business bookstore. Or buying factory made artwork or decor for your home instead of supporting local artists. Its the same concept as the brand using AI instead of paying an artist for cover art.
Thank you for sharing your opinions 💕
Exactly! People need to look around in their lives, and they’d realize they are doing the same thing lol 😂